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Dr. Sarah Elert, MD

Physiatrist

Coon Rapids, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elert, Physiatrist in Coon Rapids, MN?

    Dr. Sarah Elert, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Coon Rapids, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elert’s office at (763) 201-8191.

    What languages does Dr. Elert speak?

    Dr. Elert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Elert typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Elert diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Elert. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Lower Right Leg
    • Lost left leg below knee
    • Limb Loss
    • Right Leg Amputation
    • Missing Right Lower Leg
    • Right Below-Knee Amputation
    • Left below knee amputation
    • Missing left lower leg
    • Left lower leg loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee
    • Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee

    Also known as:

    • Phantom Limb Pain
    • Limb Loss
    • Pain
    • Post-Amputation Pain
    • Phantom Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G546: Phantom limb syndrome with pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Implant Management
    • Brain Implant Adjustment
    • Spinal Cord Device Care
    • Neurological Prosthesis Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4549: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted nervous system device

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Elert typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Elert performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elert. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Elert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 201-8191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elert accept in Coon Rapids, MN?

    Dr. Elert in Coon Rapids, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica Advantage

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elert's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Elert's Primary Practice

    320 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Ste 100

    Coon Rapids, MN 55433

    (763) 201-8191

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    Dr. Sarah Elert's Practice 2

    2945 Hazelwood St Ste 200

    Little Canada, MN 55109

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    Dr. Sarah Elert's Practice 3

    1700 University Ave W

    Saint Paul, MN 55104

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    What hospitals are Dr. Elert affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Elert has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital,Robbinsdale, MN

    What is Dr. Elert's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356465454.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elert?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elert

    What is Dr. Sarah Elert's specialty?

    Dr. Elert is a Physiatrist near Coon Rapids, MN.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Sarah Elert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elert is affiliated with Hcmc Red Building which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Sarah Elert accepting new patients in Coon Rapids, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Elert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Elert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elert's office at (763) 201-8191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Elert?

    Please contact Dr. Elert's office at (763) 201-8191 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elert's office located?

    Dr. Elert's offices are located in Coon Rapids, MN, Little Canada, MN, and Saint Paul, MN.